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For courses in Introduction to Communication A streamlined approach to communication that emphasizes real-world applicationsEssentials of Human Communication provides a streamlined overview of the essential theories, research, and especially the skills of human communication, highlighting practical applications in the workplace and beyond. Author Joseph DeVito gives students the knowledge and tools they need to build greater competence in three key spheres: interpersonal communication, small group communication, and public speaking. TheNinth Edition fully integrates the latest research as well as updated examples, photos, and cartoons to keep the text current and pedagogically effective. Also available with MyCommunicationLab® MyCommunicationLab for the Introduction to Communication course extends learning online to engage students and improve results. Media resources with assignments bring concepts to life, and offer students opportunities to practice applying what they’ve learned. Please note: this version of MyCommunicationLab does not include an eText. Essentials of Human Communication, Ninth Edition is also available viaREVEL™, an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyLab™ & Mastering™ does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with MyLab & Mastering, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyLab & Mastering, search for: 0134319982 / 9780134319988 Essentials of Human Communication plus MyCommunicationLab® for Introduction to Communication – Access Card Package, 9/e Package consists of:0134184955 / 9780134184951 Essentials of Human Communication, 9/e0133882942 / 9780133882940 MyCommunicationLab for Introduction to Communication Access Card